Doubles mechanics allow you to target two Pokémon at once, use spread moves, and Protect, which adds the necessary layers of skill to make the format viable.
This format was heavily inspired by the "Double Battles" seen in the VGC (Video Game Championships) circuit, specifically the 2014 and 2016 VGC formats where "Bring 6, Pick 4" was the standard. 2v2 takes this concept to the extreme by forcing you to rely on just two monsters to win the game. can you do 2v2 in pokemon showdown
Team building for 2v2 is an art form. You need two Pokémon that have perfect synergy (Core). Common strategies include: Doubles mechanics allow you to target two Pokémon